At Interpro Recycling, our strength starts with our people! As a team we collaborate to solve problems, contribute ideas and challenge each other to ensure growth and ultimately success for the business and our employees.Job Description and ResponsibilitiesWe are seeking a qualified Commercial Account Representative for our Interpro Recycling team to support our Regina, Winnipeg, and Thunder Bay operations. In this role, you will be responsible for the procurement of ferrous and non-ferrous scrap materials to support the Company's recycling and steel manufacturing operations. You will develop strategic supplier relationships, negotiate pricing and purchasing agreements, monitor commodity markets, and coordinate logistics to ensure a safe, reliable, and cost-effective supply of quality scrap.The Commercial Account Representative will work closely with Operations, Transportation, Accounting, Quality, Yard Management, Regional Managers, and Mill Buyers to develop and execute purchasing strategies that optimize total delivered cost while meeting production requirements and supporting business objectives. This role reports to the Director of Material Purchasing.ResponsibilitiesSource and purchase ferrous and non-ferrous scrap from new and existing suppliers to support business growth, production requirements, and continuity of supplyDevelop and manage supplier relationships, including identifying current business opportunities, evaluating supplier performance, and maintaining strong commercial partnershipsNegotiate pricing, contracts, purchasing agreements, and commercial terms to maximize value, profitability, and supply reliabilityMonitor and analyze scrap markets, including regional, national, and international trends, pricing, and market conditions, to support purchasing strategies and forecastsDevelop and execute purchasing strategies and plans based on market conditions, inventory levels, production requirements, material costs, freight, and total delivered costCoordinate material quality and inbound logistics, working with suppliers, trucking and rail providers, and internal teams to ensure timely delivery of quality material that meets operational requirementsCollaborate cross-functionally with Regional and Yard Managers,
Mill Buyers, Operations, Transportation, Accounting, and Quality to resolve issues and ensure efficient material flowMaintain procurement records and compliance, using ERP and scrap-management systems while ensuring purchasing activities meet company, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements; travel regularly to maintain supplier and business relationshipsRequirementsMinimum five (5) years of experience in business development, commodity trading, customer service, scrap buying, procurement, or related experience within the metals recycling, steel manufacturing, or industrial materials industry. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Sales, Marketing, Finance, or a related field; equivalent combinationsof education and relevant experience will be considered.Experience in scrap/metals procurement and commercial activities, including market research, commodity forecasting, cost and freight analysis, negotiating commercial agreements, supplier management, and contract administrationExperience with ERP and/or scrap management software and working collaboratively within an industrial, manufacturing, or supply chain environmentStrong knowledge of ferrous and non-ferrous scrap grades, commodity markets, purchasing practices, and transportation logisticsStrong commercial skills, including negotiation, supplier relationship management, contract administration, and sound business decision-makingStrong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, results-oriented environmentExcellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills,
with the ability to build effective relationships and collaborate across functionsHigh degree of initiative and ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing effectively to cross-functional teamsProficient with Microsoft Office and ERP and/or scrap management software; valid driver's license and willingness to travel 25%-50% throughout the assigned territoryBenefitsCompetitive wages and bonus opportunitiesFamily medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee costShort and long-term disability programsCompetitive retirement plansEmployer-provided and Voluntary Life Insurance optionsPaid vacation and recognized statutory holidaysApprenticeship and career advancement within the companyTuition reimbursementEqual OpportunityEqual Opportunity Employer Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail
[email protected] or call: (312) 533-3577. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.About the CompanyJoin a team that manufactures excellence, drives success and builds careers! Orion Steel Group, L.L.C is a leading producer of engineered steel products for rail, energy and industrial end markets with a legacy of operational success in the United States and Canada. We recycle nearly 1 million tons of scrap metal a year making steel to produce the materials vital to energy exploration, recovery and transmission, central to the movement of goods and people, and critical to building North America's industrial infrastructure.From railroads to green energy, our engineered steel products strengthen our economy. Our team members come from diverse backgrounds, but all share a common set of core values. They work together to solve problems, contribute ideas and develop leading-edge products and processes that ensure success for our customers and our business. Strength in steel, strength in people.
📌 Commercial Account Representative (Ottawa)
🏢 Interpro Recycling
📍 Ottawa